Chapter 128

Sometimes, what you fear most comes true. Jack was furious at the middle–aged man’s sudden appearance. He calmly nodded and left with Alice.

Looking back, the man was gone! “Who was that?”

“I don’t know.”

“But he called you ‘Mr. Wilson. Alice looked at Jack suspiciously.

Jack’s heart sank; how could he explain?

Alice said, “Maybe someone Maple Leaf worked with before. Many companies contacted us after the conference. She assumed he was there for business.

Jack, not explaining, played along. “The project’s promising.”

“It’s amazing! Imagine it in self–driving cars…” She realized she’d revealed too much! Jack looked at her.“You know a lot about this industry.” His team had analyzed it; it had great potential. Few were optimistic, but Alice had a unique perspective.

They arrived at Alice’s apartment. Alice opened her shoe cabinet. I don’t have any shoes for you. Use mine.” She’d only recently moved in.

Jack looked around; it was sparsely decorated but functional. Seeing his mismatched pink slippers, she laughed.“Sorry, but no one will see.”

Jack wasn’t bothered. Seeing her getting vegetables, he said, “Order from a restaurant. Don’t cook.” “I’m not trying to impress you; I’m entertaining a friend!” When she’d offered to cook at his apartment, he’d told her not to try to please anyone. This was different. This was her home. Jack helped her chop vegetables. Two people’s meal was easy to prepare. Alice made three dishes and a soup, taking a photo for her social media.

She had several missed calls–Luke. He called again. She hung up.

“Alice, I’ll tell the police about Chloe. Don’t worry.”

camera, I’ll testify

phone down. She didn’t need Luke’s help. Chloe wouldn’t press charges; what if the footage was

her phone.

“Yes.

vicious for hurting Chloe; he’ll

revenge.

gaze darkened.“What did he

explain to the police. But I don’t care!” The

her resolve, Jack knew she’d manage

called, but she didn’t answer. He’d thought she’d answer, hoping

too scared to answer?”

like that. We can’t rely on Chloe’s word alone.” The

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broke the

Ethan had hoped the footage would. prove everything. Chloe coughed. “Brother, let it go.” She was relieved the cameras were broken. She’d planned her defense, but it wasn’t needed. If they pressed further, what if the footage was restored? She couldn’t risk

pleased, “You’re too

“Chloe, did Alice push

Chloe stammered, “Yes.”

was downstairs; you were upstairs. How did she push

Alice, but she pulled me:

said she pushed you?” Why hadn’t she mentioned

Chloe panicked, coughing.

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